Bengali · Nature & Environment
ফুল
phul
Flower
Beginnernoun
Definition
The colorful blossom of a plant; the white shapla is the national flower.
Example
শাপলা বাংলাদেশের জাতীয় ফুল।
The water lily is Bangladesh's national flower.
Etymology
'ফুল' (phul) derives from the Sanskrit 'पुष्प' (puṣpa), meaning flower. The term has been adopted into Bengali to represent beauty, nature, and love.
How & Where It’s Used
'ফুল' is used extensively in both spoken and written forms, suitable for both formal and informal contexts, particularly in cultural and festive celebrations.
Literary Heritage
Celebrated in Bengali poetry and literature, with significant references in the works of Tagore and other poets, symbolizing beauty and transience.